Originally Posted by
PaperPrincess
Roberta, I have the same leaders, velcro-ed to my rollers. I've never taken them off. I just pin the backing to the take up and backing rollers' leaders. I pin right into the canvas. I float the batting and top.
Since you and your mom are just starting out, you will probably be most comfortable following the instructions from the class for the first couple of quilts. Once you gain some experience, I would take a few minutes and look at some of the 'how to load a quilt' videos on you tube and try just pinning. everyone has their favorite technique or tool to do this.
I have actually quilted two queen size quilts, one oversized throw and six or so baby quilts on this machine. With all these one of worst struggles has been basting the backing to the leaders and then getting the quilt off the leaders after it is quilted.
I just am trying to figure out if the best option is to purchase a machine with a longer stitch length or to find a better method of attaching the backing to the leaders.
Thanks to all of you who have commented. I do truly appreciate all the help.
Thanks!!!!